Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sage Brush S370-3
The closest Valspar colour is Quiet Waters (P060), at ΔE 2.05 — very close.
Quiet Waters is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.05 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Valspar
Most people comparing Behr to Valspar are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Quiet Waters really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.05very close
- LRV
- 48.67Behr is 52
- Hex
- #B7BCA0#BFC1A2 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Quiet Waters is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sweet Clover 8003-30CΔE 2.60 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Understory T638ΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
- Mossy T628ΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points lower.